PROFILE

Rich Elder is a highly motivated and dedicated coach with a strong passion for player development. With a unique blend of skills and experience, Rich Elder, has established themselves as a driven and ambitious soccer coaching professional. Throughout his journey, Rich Elder has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence, a willingness to learn, and a dedication to make a positive impact in the soccer community. As Rich Elder continues to grow and evolve, he remains focused on achieving his goals of developing players and helping players pursue their dreams with determination and enthusiasm.

HOMETOWN

• Pittsburgh, Pa. ; Dual National USA/Ireland

EDUCATION

• USSF A license, NSCAA Advanced National Diploma, NSCAA Goalkeeper level 2 Diploma, Coerver Level 2 diploma, USYF Futsal license, USSF 2016 Copa Centario Tactical Analyst

COACHING EXPERIENCE

• Texas Soccer Academy Staff Coach 1995-1997, Mustang Soccer Club 1998- 2000, STX ODP Staff coach 1997-2002, Houston Dynamo Professional Team Junior Academy Director 2007-2010, Executive Director Bayou City FC ( Hot Shots Soccer Academy, Liverpool FCAHouston , Houston Dynamo CDP) 2014- 2018, Director of Coaching HDDY Soccer Club-Tomball 2018-2021, Challenge Soccer Club ECNL RL Coach, Texas A&M camp staff coach 2000-2011, Futsal Coach/Director Non USYF and USYF 2014-present, HS Soccer Coach Spring ISD, CY-Fair ISD, Klein ISD 1996- 2010, Physical Education Teacher Tomball ISD 2011-2022, Spring Soccer Club Volunteer Coach 1988-1990, Klein Soccer Club Volunteer Coach 2003-2007 : 2010-2014

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

• Youth Club: Alief Strikers, Spring Force National Finalist McGuire Cup; US Regional Team played in Hjorring Cup Denmark, Gothia Cup Sweden, Ajax Cup Holland; University Club Team Houston, HFA Premier League-United Athletic

FAVORITES!

• Food - Fajitas (Pappasitos)
• Player/Team - Roy Keane for his leadership on the field and Ronaldhino/Zidane for their creativity
• Pastime - Spending time with family/traveling